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Miniature Toy DIY Dioramas

Turn tiny trinkets into fun vignettes using Mod Melts and bright Apple Barrel paint colors.

At a Glance:

#6462 Skill Level: Beginner Time:
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supplies

Apple Barrel ® Colors - Turquoise, 2 oz. - 20210

Number Needed: 1 $0.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

Apple Barrel ® Colors - Petunia Purple, 2 oz. - 20226

Number Needed: 1 $0.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

Apple Barrel ® Colors - Bright Magenta, 2 oz. - 20591

Number Needed: 1 $0.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

Apple Barrel ® Colors - Jack-O-Lantern, 2 oz. - 21472

Number Needed: 1 $0.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

Apple Barrel ® Colors - Lime Tree, 2 oz. - 21476

Number Needed: 1 $0.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

Mod Podge ® Gloss, 8 oz. - CS11201

Number Needed: 1 $7.49
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

Mod Podge ® Stiffy - 8 oz. - MS1550

Number Needed: 1 $5.99
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instructions

Other Supplies

Variety of scrapbook papers, Variety of paper lids, Variety of small toys, Variety of trims and small notions, Chenille sticks, Pencil, Water basin, Paper towels, Hot glue gun, Glue sticks

Instructions

  1. First, decide which toy(s) will fit nicely in each lid. Then decide the paper and the paint color for each lid.
  2. Trace each lid on the coordinating paper. Set the paper aside.
  3. Paint each lid one with two coats of the bright Apple Barrel colors listed. Let dry.
  4. As the lids dry, trim the lid outlines from the scrapbook papers. Be sure to cut slightly inside the pencil line to ensure a perfect fit. Set aside.
  5. When the lids are dry, apply Mod Podge Gloss to the inside of each lid. Lay the cut papers in place and seal with a top coat of Gloss. Let dry.
  6. Adults should Mod Melt all of the trims, toys and notions in place.
  7. Bend a 3" piece of chenille stick in half. Coil each end of the stick. Mod Melt each prepared "hanger" to the back of each lid.
  8. Now hang your arrangement and enjoy your toy memories for years to come!

Disclaimer: The information found in each project is presented in good faith, but no warranty is given, nor results guaranteed, nor is freedom from any patent to be inferred. Since we have no control over physical conditions surrounding the application of information herein contained, Plaid Enterprises, Inc. disclaims any liability for untoward results.

Important: Please be sure to thoroughly read the instructions for all products, paying particular attention to all cautions and warnings shown to ensure the proper and safe use of the product.

Copyright: All Rights Reserved. No part of this Project may be reproduced in any form without permission in writing, except for your personal use, except by reviewer, who may in reviewing this project, quote brief passages in a magazine or newspaper.

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